selenic

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek σελήνη (selḗnē) + -ic.

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɛnɪk, -iːnɪk

Adjective

selenic (comparative more selenic, superlative most selenic)

1. Of or relating to the Moon.
2. (inorganic chemistry) Of, pertaining to or containing selenium, especially in a higher oxidation state than the corresponding selenious compound

Derived terms

• selenic acid

Related terms

• seleno-
• selenian

Anagrams

• license, silence